hilum Meaning & Definition
/ˈhaɪ.ləm/
What Does Hilum Mean?
Hilum is used as a noun meaning The eye of a bean or other seed, or the center of that eye; the mark or scar at the point of attachment of an ovule or seed to its base or support. It is also used to mean The nucleus of a starch grain.
Word Facts for Hilum
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈhaɪ.ləm/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Synonyms | hilus and porta |
| Plural | hila |
Hilum Definition (Noun)
- The eye of a bean or other seed, or the center of that eye; the mark or scar at the point of attachment of an ovule or seed to its base or support.
- The nucleus of a starch grain.
- A depression or fissure through which ducts, nerves, or blood vessels enter and leave a gland or organ.
Noun
- The eye of a bean or other seed; the mark or scar at the point of attachment of an ovule or seed to its base or support.
- A depression or fissure through which ducts, nerves, or blood vessels enter and leave a gland or organ; a porta.
Synonyms of Hilum
Hilum synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
hilum (plural hila)
Words That Rhyme With Hilum
Origin of Hilum
Learned borrowing from Latin hīlum (“a trifle; a spot on a seed”).
How Do You Say Hilum?
The standard pronunciation of hilum is /ˈhaɪ.ləm/, spoken in 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (haɪ).
Questions People Ask About Hilum
What part of speech is hilum?
Hilum is a noun.
What is another word for hilum?
Words with a similar meaning to hilum include hilus and porta. See the full list of hilum synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of hilum?
The plural of hilum is hila.